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[reɪz] verb [T] I
1) to lift something to a higher place or position
A number of children raised their hands.[/ex]
He slowly raised the cup to his lips.[/ex]
2) to lift yourself from a sitting or lying position
She could barely raise herself out of the chair.[/ex]
3) to increase a number, amount, or level
They had raised their prices to unreasonable levels.[/ex]
4) to collect money for a particular purpose
We need your help to raise money for medical research.[/ex]
5) to mention something so that it can be discussed
Are there any other questions you would like to raise at the meeting?[/ex]
We will raise the issue of working hours with the manager.[/ex]
6) to make someone have a particular feeling or reaction
Doubts have been raised about the company's right to use this land.[/ex]
7) to take care of children while they are growing up
For most parents, raising a family is a positive challenge.[/ex]
This seems strange to someone born and raised in the city.[/ex]
8) to keep a particular type of animal, or to grow a particular crop
She's been raising sheep for over 40 years.[/ex]
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raise your voice — to speak in a loud angry way[/ex]
See:
alarm I,
II
noun [C] American
raise [reɪz]
a rise in the amount that you are paid for work

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